Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at Northern Illinois University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northern Illinois University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northern Illinois University graduates earn $74k, placing them in the 46th percentile of all rehabilitation and therapeutic professions doctoral programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University | $74,259 | $77,406 | — | — |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | $77,489 | $76,338 | — | — |
| Rush University | $73,590 | — | — | — |
| Northwestern University | $73,374 | $80,655 | — | — |
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | $71,190 | $77,953 | — | — |
| Bradley University | $68,874 | $80,604 | — | — |
| National Median | $74,720 | — | — | — |
Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove Downers Grove | — | $77,489 | — |
| Rush University Chicago | — | $73,590 | — |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $73,374 | — |
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science North Chicago | — | $71,190 | — |
| Bradley University Peoria | $39,680 | $68,874 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Northern Illinois University, approximately 46% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.